6 Carat Amethyst (Trillion, 15.24×15.24mm, Violet)
Color:
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How big is a 6 carat trillion-cut Amethyst?
It depends on the cut parameters and length-to-width ratio, but a typical size of a 6ct trillion-cut Amethyst would be around 15.24×15.24 mm (±6%). Check how big it looks on a ring and finger.
Ring:
Skin tone:
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Ring width:
3.0 mm
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64 mm
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Ring |
Gold |
Skin tone |
Light |
Ring diameter |
16.9 mm |
Ring width |
3.0 mm |
Finger length |
64 mm |
Finger coverage |
91 % |
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Ring diameter:
16.9 mm
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Additional Info
Amethyst is a purple variety of quartz and a very popular and affordable gem. Its name originates from the Greek word amethystos which means "not drunken". Ancient Greeks believed it could prevent intoxication. Amethyst is considered the most valuable of quartz gemstones.
Where to buy?
For certified gemstones, high-end gemstone jewelry, and birthstone jewelry, see Blue Nile
Gem Details
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Name:
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Amethyst |
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Mineral Group:
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Quartz |
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Shape:
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Trillion |
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Chemical Formula:
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SiO2 |
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Crystal Structure:
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Hexagonal |
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Hardness:
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7 |
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Specific Gravity
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2.65 |
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Carat weight:
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6 ct |
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Gram weight:
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1.2 g (0.0423 ounces) |
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Points:
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600 pts |
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Length:
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15.24 mm |
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Width:
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15.24 mm |
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Est. face-up size:
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144 mm² |
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Volume:
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452.83 mm³ |
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Length-to-width ratio:
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1 |
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Refractive Index:
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1.54 - 1.55 |
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Luster:
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Vitreous |
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Wearability:
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Very good |
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Care Instructions:
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No special or unusual care |
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Color:
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Amethyst can be found in the following colors:
    
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Birthstone:
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Amethyst is a birthstone for the month of February |
Popular comparisons:
- 0.2ct Amethyst (Trillion, Dark Violet, 4.72 x 4.72) vs. 10ct Aquamarine (Baguette, Light Bluish Green, 17.03 x 11.35)
- 0.8ct Amethyst (Trillion, Purple, 7.48 x 7.48) vs. 0.5ct Amethyst (Oval, Purple, 6.89 x 4.59)
- 1ct Amethyst (Trillion, Dark Violet, 8.06 x 8.06) vs. 1ct Sapphire (Emerald, Blue, 6.39 x 4.73)
- 3ct Amethyst (Trillion, Violet, 11.63 x 11.63) vs. 3ct Amethyst (Round, Violet, 9.89 x 9.89)
- 1ct Amethyst (Trillion, Violet, 8.06 x 8.06) vs. 1ct Emerald (Emerald, Green, 7.28 x 5.39)
- 0.8ct Amethyst (Trillion, Purple, 7.48 x 7.48) vs. 0.5ct Amethyst (Trillion, Purple, 6.4 x 6.4)
- 5ct Amethyst (Trillion, Dark Violet, 13.79 x 13.79) vs. 5ct Sapphire (Baguette, Blue, 11.85 x 7.9)
- 0.1ct Amethyst (Trillion, Dark Violet, 3.74 x 3.74) vs. 10ct Aquamarine (Cushion, Light Bluish Green, 13.73 x 13.73)